Iran's Quds Force Commander Visits Baghdad Amid Sensitive U.S.-Iran Talks

Gate News message, April 19 — Ismail Qaani, commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Quds Force, visited Baghdad on April 18, according to multiple sources. The visit marks Qaani's first trip abroad since Iran and the United States announced a temporary ceasefire earlier this month.

During his visit, Qaani is expected to meet with Iraqi political leaders and armed faction commanders to discuss ways to de-escalate regional tensions and their impact on Iraq. Iraqi officials and sources said Qaani aims to coordinate positions among pro-Iran factions in Iraq to ensure regional stability during this sensitive period.

The visit may also address efforts to resolve Iraq's political deadlock over the selection of a new prime minister, according to informed sources.